Kevan's Journey: Animal Welfare Insights

The transcript details the story of Kevan, a lonely elephant rescued from a zoo in Pakistan. Cher, along with a dedicated team, spearheaded the rescue mission during the pandemic. The documentary highlights the challenges faced in relocating Kevan to a sanctuary in Cambodia and the broader impact on elephant conservation. It emphasizes the power of collective action and the importance of raising awareness about the plight of captive elephants.

What was the primary reason for Kevan's distress in the zoo?

• Overcrowding in his enclosure

• Too much attention from visitors

• Severe mental and physical neglect

• Lack of food

What role did Cher play in the rescue of Kevan?

• She funded the entire operation

• She was the documentary's director

• She was the main advocate and helped organize the rescue

• She provided medical care to Kevan

How did Kevan originally end up in the zoo?

• He was a gift to the president's daughter

• He was born there

• He was rescued from the wild

• He was transferred from another zoo

What was the main goal of the non-profit 'Free the Wild'?

• To train animals for performances

• To relocate animals to better environments

• To provide food for zoo animals

• To build new zoos

What unique trait of elephants was highlighted in the documentary?

• Their rapid growth rate

• Their preference for solitude

• Their love for music

• Their ability to perform tricks

What was one of the main logistical challenges in relocating Kevan from Pakistan to Cambodia?

• Transporting Kevan by road

• Finding a suitable sanctuary in Cambodia

• Training Kevan to enter a crate

• Getting permission from the Pakistani government

Why was the transportation of Kevan particularly challenging?

• Kevan refused to enter the crate

• The plane was too small for Kevan

• Kevan had never been transported before

• Kevan was in musth, making him aggressive

What role did Cher play in the documentary about Kevan?

• She was the main veterinarian for Kevan

• She helped raise awareness about elephant captivity

• She provided financial support

• She directed the documentary

What was one of the broader impacts of the documentary on conservation efforts?

• It led to the closure of all zoos in Cambodia

• It inspired other countries to release captive elephants

• It resulted in a ban on elephant rides worldwide

• It increased funding for wildlife sanctuaries

What future project is Cher considering to help animals?

• Building a new zoo in Cambodia

• Creating a virtual zoo

• Training elephants for entertainment

• Starting a new animal welfare organization